Class 08 Social Science Civics The Indian Constitution And Secularism CBSE Questions & Answers

Class 8 · Social Science Civics The Indian Constitution And Secularism

This is Social Science class 08 Social Science Civics The Indian Constitution and Secularism CBSE Questions & Answers. There are 15 questions in this test with each question having around four answer choices.

Questions & Answers

1
The following images shows it is important to spread awareness to stop child labour . Name the Fundamental right that these children should be protected.
Question 1 figure 1
  • A
    Right to Freedom of Religion
  • B
    Right Against Exploitation
    Correct
  • C
    Right to Equality
  • D
    Right To Freedom
2
The directives to the government which ensure social and economic reforms are called ___________
  • A
    Directive Principles
    Correct
  • B
    Directive Values
  • C
    Directive Philosophies
  • D
    Directive Viewpoints
3
A few statements regarding the significance of fundamental rights are given below. Pick out the one that is not TRUE
  • A
    They strengthen the secular status of the nation.
  • B
    They provide the necessary conditions for the moral and material protection of human beings
  • C
    They do not check the authority of the government
    Correct
  • D
    They form the foundation of an equitable society based on social injustice and social equality
4
The federal structure of the Indian government is governed at _______ levels.
  • A
    Two
  • B
    Four
  • C
    Eight
  • D
    Three
    Correct
5
The three- tier federal structure of the Indian government are
  • A
    One government at the centre, another at state another at the local level
    Correct
  • B
    One government at the centre and two at local level
  • C
    One government at the centre and two at state level
  • D
    Two at the state level and one at the local level.
6
A few statements with respect to the secular state as specified in the Indian constitution are given below. Pick out the one that is not applicable.
  • A
    That some members do not dominate other members of the same religious community
  • B
    That the State power and religion go hand in hand .
    Correct
  • C
    That the State does not enforce any particular religion nor take away the religious freedom of individuals,
  • D
    That one religious community does not dominate another
7
Give one reason from the following as to why it is important to separate religion from the State in democratic societies .
  • A
    We need to allow people to choose an occupation of their choice.
  • B
    We need to protect the freedom of individuals to exit from their religion , embrace another religion or have the freedom to interpret religions teachings differently
    Correct
  • C
    We need to ensure an equitable and just society by reducing social and economic inequalities .
  • D
    We need to protect people from being exploited
8
The following statements consolidates the fact that only a secular state can realise its objectives . However one of these statements is not TRUE. Pick out the incorrect one.
  • A
    That one religious community does not dominate another
  • B
    That some members do not dominate other members of the same religious community
  • C
    That the state is no longer governed by any external authority
    Correct
  • D
    That the state does not enforce any particular religion nor take away the religious freedom of individuals.
9
Name the country that passed a law in February 2004, banning students from wearing any conspicuous religious or political signs or symbols such as the Islamic headscarf , the Jewish skullcap or the large Christian crosses.
  • A
    Pakistan
  • B
    Saudi Arabia
  • C
    France
    Correct
  • D
    Germany
10
Which one would be the most appropriate term from the given list that explains :To force someone to do something ie the force used by a legal authority like the state
  • A
    Arbitrate
  • B
    Interpret
  • C
    Coercion
    Correct
  • D
    Intervene
11
Name the country where most children in government schools begin their school day reciting the Pledge of Allegiance .
  • A
    USA
    Correct
  • B
    China
  • C
    Germany
  • D
    France
12
Analyse the image given and identify, which country?s flag is shown here.
Question 12 figure 1
  • A
    Germany
  • B
    USA
    Correct
  • C
    China
  • D
    India
13
The constitution of India also lays down a list of fundamental duties. Pick out from the following list , the one that is not applicable to the fundamental duties .
  • A
    According to the 42nd amendment of our constitution enacted in 1946, a set of duties is prescribed for the citizens
  • B
    If anyone finds his rights being compromised, he does bit have the right to appeal in the court of law.
    Correct
  • C
    All citizens of India are expected to faithfully carry out the fundamental duties.
  • D
    Fundamental duties checks the absolute authority of the government
14
The following image is an artwork by Brazilian artist Octavio Roth. What does this imply ?
Question 14 figure 1
  • A
    Article 19 of the Universal Declaration Rights
  • B
    Article 20 of the Universal Declaration Rights
  • C
    Article 10 of the Universal Declaration Rights
    Correct
  • D
    Article 59 of the Universal Declaration Rights
15
A few differences between the Directive Principles and Fundamental rights are given below. Pick out the one that is not CORRECT.
  • A
    Directive Principles cover wider subjects like the international peace and security while the scope of these fundamental rights is limited for the citizens of India
  • B
    Directive Principles are justiciable and citizens can go to the courts to secure them while Fundamental rights are justiciable and cannot be enforced.
    Correct
  • C
    Directive Principles are guidelines for the government to frame policies for the welfare of the people while Fundamental rights are basic rights of the people.
  • D
    Directive principles are meant to protect and create certain privileges for the people while Fundamental rights are privileges enjoyed by the people.